Which Statements Made by a Couple Who Have Recently Retired

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which statements made by a couple who have recently retired support the nurse's evaluation that the transition to retirement has been a successful one? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "I'm afraid we can't make it that weekend; we'll be visiting the grandchildren."
• B) "I'm not accustomed to sharing my kitchen with anyone else."
• C) "One week I was working 50 hours and the next I didn't have to get up until noon."
• D) "I often wonder if my buddies from the plant miss me."
• E) "We have found a few painless ways to reduce our monthly expenses."

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Definitions:

Cerebral Peduncles

Structures at the base of the brain, containing nerve tracts that connect the cerebrum with other parts of the brain and spinal cord.

Movement

The action or process of changing physical location or position or of having this changed, fundamental in all living organisms for functions ranging from locomotion to internal transport.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually measured in beats per minute (bpm), indicating cardiovascular activity and overall health.

Reticular Formation

A network of neurons in the brainstem involved in consciousness and alertness.